Minor in International Relations
Open to students from all majors, 亚洲博彩平台排名 University's minor in international relations explores the different political systems around the world, along with their conflicts, cultures, histories and economies.
Explore the Issues That Impact Our Integrated World
Our curriculum includes required courses that introduce students to:
- The history of war and conquest, the achievements of diplomacy and cooperation, and the search for peace and justice.
- The origins of the nation-state system, the conduct and practice of diplomacy, and the analysis of major contemporary issues.
- How culture, history and markets influence politics in different nation-states, and why political systems vary from one nation-state to another.
After they complete the required courses, students can tailor the minor to their individual interests through electives that focus on regions such as Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and Russia.
Small classes allow students to work closely with each other and with our expert faculty members. Students can also enrich their education through our Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy, where a variety of speakers and presentations explore the issues dominating world events.
Program Spotlight: Master's Degree in International Relations
Students who complete the minor are encouraged to consider our online master's degree in international relations. With an emphasis on global citizenship, this rigorous program centers on topics such as the ethical implications of war, peaceful resolution of world conflicts, natural disasters and their resulting humanitarian crises, and strategies to resolve disputes between groups and individuals.
Our Faculty
Our highly qualified faculty members guide students through their individual courses of study to foster professional growth and a deeper understanding of the curriculum. As tenured professors with considerable academic experience, they provide a top-notch education along with care and concern for the well-being of each student.
Life After 亚洲博彩平台排名
Our graduates can explore careers with federal and state governments, nongovernmental organizations and multinational businesses. The minor also provides excellent academic preparation for our master's degree in international relations.
Possible employers include:
- Contracting and consulting firms
- Defense contractors
- Federal government
- Foundations
- Intergovernmental agencies
- Non-governmental organizations
- Nonprofit agencies
- Policy and research organizations
- Private businesses
- Research institutes
Minor in International Relations
6 courses | 18 credits
Required courses:
- POL120: How to Rule the World: Introduction to International Relations
- POL211: International Relations and Diplomacy
- POL240: Comparative Politics
Students also choose three of the following:
- POL331: Contemporary Latin America
- POL332: Contemporary Middle East
- POL333: Contemporary Africa
- POL334: Contemporary Asia
- POL345: International Environment and Development
- POL415: Modern American Foreign Policy
- POL416: Contemporary Europe and Russia